Clinical Engineering MCQ

Q1. The device used for measuring blood pressure in clinics is called:

Correct Answer: A

Sphygmomanometer measures blood pressure.

Q2. The normal range of adult human pulse rate is:

Correct Answer: B

Normal pulse rate ranges 60-100 beats per minute.

Q3. Which instrument records electrical activity of the brain?

Correct Answer: B

EEG records brain's electrical signals.

Q4. Pulse oximeter measures:

Correct Answer: B

Pulse oximeter measures blood oxygen saturation.

Q5. Which safety standard is widely used for medical electrical equipment?

Correct Answer: B

IEC 60601 specifies safety requirements.

Q6. A defibrillator is used to:

Correct Answer: C

Defibrillator corrects cardiac arrhythmia.

Q7. Which device measures the volume of air inhaled and exhaled?

Correct Answer: A

Spirometer measures lung volume.

Q8. Catheterization in clinical setting is used for:

Correct Answer: C

Catheters provide access to vessels and cavities.

Q9. Which monitor continuously displays heart rate and ECG waves?

Correct Answer: A

Holter monitor tracks ECG over time.

Q10. Which parameter is NOT measured by typical bedside monitors?

Correct Answer: C

Blood glucose needs separate devices.

Q11. Which device is used for non-invasive cardiac output measurement?

Correct Answer: C

Impedance cardiography estimates cardiac output.

Q12. Which imaging technique uses sound waves?

Correct Answer: C

Ultrasound uses sound waves.

Q13. Portable oxygen concentrators are used to:

Correct Answer: A

They provide enriched oxygen.

Q14. Biotelemetry refers to:

Correct Answer: A

Remote data acquisition and transmission.

Q15. Which device is primarily used to maintain airway patency?

Correct Answer: B

Endotracheal tube maintains airway.

Q16. The main utility of ventilators is to:

Correct Answer: A

Ventilators mechanically support breathing.

Q17. Biomedical waste disposal requires:

Correct Answer: B

Proper treatment ensures safety.

Q18. Which of the following provides continuous blood pressure monitoring?

Correct Answer: A

Arterial lines provide beat-to-beat monitoring.

Q19. Alarm limits in patient monitoring systems are:

Correct Answer: A

Alerts clinicians to abnormalities.

Q20. In medical instrumentation, β€œzero drift” refers to:

Correct Answer: A

Zero drift causes baseline shift.

Q21. The instrument that measures blood oxygen saturation:

Correct Answer: B

Pulse oximeter estimates saturation.

Q22. Which gas is commonly used for anesthetic purposes?

Correct Answer: C

Nitrous oxide is a common anesthetic.

Q23. The main function of a nebulizer is to:

Correct Answer: B

Nebulizers aerosolize drugs.

Q24. Clinical engineering primarily focuses on:

Correct Answer: B

They manage healthcare technology.

Q25. A medical device classified as Class III requires:

Correct Answer: C

Class III devices are high-risk.

Q26. Which device monitors intracranial pressure?

Correct Answer: B

ICP catheters measure pressure in brain.

Q27. The term ISO 13485 relates to:

Correct Answer: A

ISO 13485 is for med device QMS.

Q28. Which type of sensor detects pressure changes in blood vessels?

Correct Answer: D

Strain gauges detect pressure changes.

Q29. The function of a defibrillator is to:

Correct Answer: A

Restore heart rhythm by electric shock.

Q30. Which instrument records muscle electrical activities?

Correct Answer: C

EMG records muscle bioelectric signals.

Q31. What is the main risk of electromagnetic interference in clinical devices?

Correct Answer: A

EM interference can cause errors.

Q32. Biotelemetry systems are used for:

Correct Answer: A

Remote patient monitoring remotely.

Q33. In a hospital, preventive maintenance aims to:

Correct Answer: B

Prevent issues before breakdowns.

Q34. Which device is used in dialysis?

Correct Answer: B

Artificial kidney filters blood.

Q35. Which imaging technology is based on X-rays?

Correct Answer: B

CT scan uses X-rays.

Q36. Who is responsible for clinical engineering in hospitals?

Correct Answer: B

Biomedical engineers manage clinical tech.

Q37. The primary role of clinical engineers is:

Correct Answer: B

Managing and maintaining medical tech.

Q38. ISO 14971 standard relates to:

Correct Answer: A

ISO 14971 covers device risk management.

Q39. Capnography measures:

Correct Answer: B

Capnography measures CO2 concentration.

Q40. Which device measures cardiac output noninvasively?

Correct Answer: B

Impedance cardiography estimates cardiac output.

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